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Ky
06-12-2006, 17:34
My poor girl is having the most horrible migraines ... 3 in the last week!

She has been getting them because of her body trying to fight off an infection (at least, that's what the doc said) and as yet we don't know if it is viral or bacterial ... the test results should be back tomorrow.

She collapsed at school on monday and I took her first to the doc where I was told she would be ok as long as she didn't start vomiting. We went and picked Dan up from my friends and 5 minutes down the road she vomitted all over the back seat!:barf: We ended up at emergency for a few hours while they observed her :crying:

It is 2 days later and although she says there is no pain, she is still really pale and tired. I have written a letter to the school and said that we will not be tying her hair up for the rest of the year to minimise pressure on her head (a token measure, but it makes her feel a bit better) and for them to let me know if she complains of a sore head again.

I have been told to give her panadol and just get her to sleep as much as possible - does anyone else have suggestions as to how to prevent these migraines or manage them when they happen?

It is really horrible to watch your little girl scream in pain every time a wave of agony comes over her :crying: :crying:

melfunction
06-12-2006, 17:42
Poor Bella. How awful for you too :hugs:

You can safely give her paracetamol and nurofen, but it ideally should be given as soon as the headache starts.
Have you got a wheatbag and/or ice pack? I alternate between heat and ice on my head and it helps relieve some discomfort.

Also, if you go to the chemist, there is a product called Painstop, which is a liquid form of Panadiene for children. You can buy it over the counter, but it will need a label on it.

Hope you get some answers soon :)

carls
06-12-2006, 18:24
Working for a chiro I simply must preach! Take her to a chiro - the problem could be in her neck and the adjustment will get her whole nervous system working and will help her body to fight the infection naturally as well. Much better than pumping her full of painkillers and/or antibiotics.